The ancient Egyptians have left us a rich Legacy of their art. This art was not ‘art for art’s sake’, but mainly religious. As such, a very important component of this art was symbol and magic. Through symbolism, the ancient Egyptians tried to express their understanding concerning life and death and the place and function of the gods and man in the universe, and through magic they hoped to transform reality into an ideal state, especially with a view to the afterlife.

Date: Wednesday 12 May 2010

Time: 18:30 FOR 19:00

Venue: Room 2-27, IT Building, University of Pretoria

Entrance: Free

For further information and membership, contact:

Prof Fanie Vermaak Prof Alex Duffey Ms Heidi Celliers

012 429 6882, 012 420 3100, 012 429 8200

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